[batter]

Looking for a reasonable priced (<$100) headphone that will be used for (pc) gaming mostly. Since I usually wait 'till the kids are in bed, I prefer the closed ones. I am not an audiophile, hell the ones I am using now I believe came with a pack of cereal .
Sooo, currently looking at the Sennheiser 280Pro that can be bought (including their $10 rebate) for around $65. Are these good headphones for gaming, or for that matter, can any of you recommend something else?

tia,
Bas

 

[iga]

wow, umm ok i dont know anything at all about headphones, but where did you find those for so cheap?

 

[ooheadsoo]

$75 online is the going rate for the 280s. Couple that with a $10 rebate and there you go.

 

[Wilson]

To me, 280 has a more laid-back, flat sort of sound, compared
to some other models. If you want a more "exciting" sound,
maybe also look into other models and then decide.

Enjoy,
W

 

[starch]

I've always thought the 280s were pretty responsive and quick sounding rather than laid back, with tight bass and pretty detailed highs. They sound more exciting than my DT250-250 anyway, just not as refined. The 280s have great isolation too, much more so than my DT250s. Not that I don't dig the DT250s - they rock - but the 280s are a better value for a closed phone. I haven't heard the Sony V6s, but I'm sure they'd also be a great choice.

 

[bangraman]

Liad back? 280's? You must be on valium or something... But they could work. I haven't tried them on PC's that much so I can't be absolutely authoritative. With one of the better soundcards you should get very good sound, and good low-down, kicky rumbly bass provided you set the EQ right. They seem to need a certain amout of power before they sound good, otherwise they sound a bit thin all round. Soundstage is not bad for positional gaming on these phones but you can find better (albeit at higher retail). They are definitely a contender.
The V6/7506 is probably not a great choice for gaming because you get quite poor soundstage.It's also not that comfortable for extended wearing.
The Beyer DT250 is a bit dark for gaming. Positional audio is not bad as far as I remember but it's not ideal. Lightweight and comfy though.
The D66 is a bit open but could work reasonably well. Very good soundstage so could translate to good 3D positional capability. Lighter and comfier than the DT250.
I generally like a headphone with plenty of space around my ears when gaming for comfort and temperature control. The (how did you guess) Audio-Technica ART series are great for this purpose. On the A900, I can close my eyes, turn towards the source of the rustling of the grass, let off a burst and hear 'uuurgh...thump'.

 

[MacDEF]

Quote:

Originally posted by bangraman [The V6/7506 is probably not a great choice for gaming because you get quite poor soundstage. It's also not that comfortable for extended wearing. The Beyer DT250 is a bit dark for gaming. Positional audio is not bad as far as I remember but it's not ideal.

Just to give another opinion, I find the V6 to be good for gaming, and extremely comfortable for long-term wearing. The DT250 aren't quite as comfortable, but are much better for gaming (better soundstage) and I didn't find them dark at all (especially out of most soundcards, which tend to be very bright).

 

[batter]

Decided on the 280's. Found them at newegg for $65 without applying the $10 rebate. Mailed that in the other day, I am not sure however if they will honor it, because the small print states that it should be bought from a sennheiser retailer and I don't think NewEgg is. So far I love them.